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Palatinate Forest Trail – Hike through seemingly unending forest
9 days
2-6 h/day
148km
3,410m
3,430m
Another special feature, particularly in the southern part of the forest, are the bizarrely shaped and legend-enshrouded rocks. Sometimes, you won't believe your eyes and wonder what kind of magic has created such formations. Of course, people knew how to capitalise on these natural ramparts in days gone by and today you can visit the areas numerous castle ruins. Time and again, rocky outcrops and towers offer magnificent views over this sea of trees.
On the Palatinate Forest Trail (Pfälzer Waldpfad) you get to know this very special region, while covering a distance of almost 150 kilometres (93 mi). The trail takes you from north to south with a few detours, allowing you to roam through the heart of the Palatinate Forest. Often seemingly far from civilisation and taking in the region’s the most important sights, you discover one of Germany’s most charming and rustic landscapes over the course of nine days.
The huts of the Palatinate Forest Association offer a welcome refuge and opportunities for a rest. Here, you can experience the typical Palatinate get-together and the hearty local cuisine. However, please note the different opening times. In the beautiful hamlets, villages and small towns finding cosy accommodation is easy. You can conveniently reach the start point in Kaiserslauternb by train. On the way back, it's best to use the station in Wissembourg.
So, forget everyday life for a few days and dive into the depths of the forest!
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Palatinate Forest Trail
142km
3,120m
3,150m
Last updated: November 5, 2024
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Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
2. Stage 2: Finsterbrunnertal to Johanniskreuz – Palatinate Forest Trail
12.2km
03:19
240m
80m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. Stage 3: Johanniskreuz to Heltersberg – Palatinate Forest Trail
15.3km
04:16
280m
320m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4. Stage 4: Heltersberg to Rodalben – Palatinate Forest Trail
18.3km
05:18
400m
500m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
5. Stage 5: Rodalben to Merzalben – Palatinate Forest Trail
9.96km
02:50
220m
250m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
6. Stage 6: Merzalben to Hauenstein – Palatinate Forest Trail
23.8km
06:53
580m
600m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
7. Stage 7: Hauenstein to Dahn – Palatinate Forest Trail
15.9km
04:40
410m
450m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
8. Stage 8: Dahn to Erlenbach – Palatinate Forest Trail
17.1km
05:04
480m
480m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
9. Stage 9: Erlenbach to Schweigen-Rechtenbach – Palatinate Forest Trail
18.2km
05:07
380m
380m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Collection Stats
Activities
9
Distance
148 km
Duration
42:18 h
Elevation
3,410 m
3,430 m
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